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For the backcountry beast in all of us.

The Beast is Dynafit's lightest and most breathable ski jacket for touring. A 3-layer Gore-Tex Active shell gives the Beast guaranteed
waterproof protection that still provides the high breathability that
touring demands. Gore-Tex Active is so thin and light that you can pack the
entire jacket into its hood for compact convenience. A comfort fit
allows plenty of layers, and articulated sleeves ensure a full range of
motion. The Beast also features zippered ventilation, a
helmet-compatible hood, hook-and-loop cuffs, a zippered sleeve pocket,
and two large front pockets that you can access with a backpack or a
harness on.

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aweseome, limited jacket

Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

Fit: Runs small

Size Bought: Medium

I love this jacket. It fits great (6'4 200lbs) is super repellent, the the pocket, zip and hood features are excellent. That said, it is not a one quiver backcountry jacket unless you are willing to pack a lot of layers. It is very light and although I haven't had any issues yet, it doesn't feel very durable.

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Light. Stormproof.

Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

Fit: True to size

Size Bought: Medium

I have had a few of these jackets, from the prototypes to the current model. I think it's a great shell for touring. My "hardshell" jackets tend to stay in my pack until it's storming or I'm descending. I don't want anything heavy or bulky. The Beast jacket disappears in my pack. I also don't want to go home when it starts storming – obviously! – and this jacket allows me to keep skinning and shredding, while staying dry. I haven't had a problem with durability or craftsmanship – my last one had well over 100-days and still looked new.

I do have to say, I only give it four stars because the internal skin pockets have been removed. Personally, I am bummed about this. But if you don't use skin pockets, then this is a perfect jacket.

I am 5'8" and 145-lbs. I use a medium because I want it to fit over my softshell jacket and puffy jacket, which it does with some room to spare.

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Perfect touring jacket

Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

Fit: True to size

Jacket definitely fits a little big, but I honestly don't mind as it makes it more comfortable on those colder days where I'm wearing a few more layers. Really light, wonderful breathability and great protection from the howling winds.

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Too large

Familiarity: I returned this product before using it

Fit: Runs large

The quality of this jacket seems very good. I ordered M because the size guide steered me to this size, and I normally wear M in most North American brands. Shoulders fit well but way, way too large in the waist. M in this jacket feels like XL fit. I cannot imagine that anyone who is actually using this jacket for ski touring would ever want something that fits like this. I was pretty stoked for this jacket but sadly had to return it.

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Letting the Beast Loose

Took the Dynafit Beast Jacket and Pant combo out it in search of September turns. I have to say I was blown away. The Gore-Tex Active Shell really breaths well. I was able to hike the entire couloir with out unzipping or opening the vents yet provided plenty of protection from the notorious Colorado 14er winds in the Front Range. I can't wait to use the combo more this winter.